The U.S. Housing and Urban Development has renewed its commitment to supporting homeless housing and service programs in Ohio, but warned funds could be slashed in the future.

The program will provide $76.8 million in grants to 288 programs in Ohio, of which a little more than $7 million will be awarded to groups in the Dayton area.

“The evidence is clear that every dollar we spend on those programs that help find a stable home for our homeless neighbors not only saves money but quite literally saves lives,” said Secretary Shaun Donovan. “We know these programs work and we know these grants can mean the difference between homeless persons and families finding stable housing or living on our streets.”

While long-term homelessness has declined across the country recently, Ohio communities saw a 7.3 percent increase in 2012.

Donovan warned that funding for Fiscal Year 2013 could be impacted by sequestration, which could lead to more homelessness.

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